Apprentice BMS Engineer

Johnson Controls; Essex; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building management firm is looking for a candidate to design and execute advanced control solutions for HVAC systems. The role entails working on diverse projects, including training with experienced professionals, and requires GCSEs in English & Maths. The position offers a starting salary of £17,685, a company van, and 25 days of holiday. Ideal candidates should be physically fit, team-oriented, and possess a full UK Manual driving licence. Applications are due by Sunday, 25th January 2026.

Benefits

Starting salary of £17,685

Company van and uniform

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension match scheme and overtime pay

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English & Maths - Grade 5 (C) or above.
• Full UK Manual driving licence (automatic licences not accepted).
• Good physical health; job can be labour intensive.

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and execute advanced building management control solutions.
• Work with HVAC systems on various customer sites.
• Engage in hands-on training and mentorship.

Skills

Comfortable working at heights

Good communication skills

Team spirit

Hardworking

Interest in technology and engineering

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths - Grade 5 (C) or above

Tools

Company van

Job description

📍Lond

Ready tobuild and take control of yourfuture?

JoinJohnson Controls and dive into the world ofbuilding management systemtechnology!We’retalkingall the complex software and hardware that controls the electrical and mechanical systems withinabuilding. ThinkThermostatsbut on afar more complex scale.These systemscontrollighting, security, firesafety,HVACand can help reduce carbon emissions and increase operational efficiency.You’llbe working on big projects including hospitals and government buildings.

What You’ll Be Up To

• 🚐Drive around in your own company van- You must be a confident driver
• 💻You will learn how todesign, commission, and executeadvanced building management control solutions, specifically for Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning systems (HVAC)
• 👥Learn from proson how toplan and manage projectsand become a qualified engineer
• 🏢Visit a wide variety of customer’s sites and businesses — no two days are the same!

Where You’ll Train

• 🎓United Colleges Group
• 📚Level 3Building Services Engineering, progressing into level 4
• 🧠Mix of college learning and hands-on mentoring

What You’ll Need

• ✅GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above, I.T. would also be great.
• ✅Full UK Manual driving licence. We don’t accept automatic licences
• ✅Comfortable working at heights and in all weather conditions
• ✅Good Physical health, the job can be labour intensive at times
• ✅Happy to travel, work away and stay over in hotels when needed
• ✅Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering

Perks & Pay

• 💰£17,685 starting salary
• 🚗Company van + uniform + gear
• 📅25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 💼Pension match scheme, overtime pay

Next Steps

• 📧Send your CV, driving licence,Englishand Maths certificates- Grade 5 or C’s
• 📞If your application stands out, you will have a chat with our Talent Acquisition team
• 🛠️Smash the screening call and you will be invited to attend an assessment centre
• 🎉Start your journey in late summer 2026!

Deadline to apply

Sunday 25th January 2026